Murang'a Senator Joe Nyutu emphasized that the results of the Ol Kalou by-election in Nyandarua County clearly indicate that Kenyans are ready to hold their leaders accountable, especially if they perceive a lack of performance. He noted that this contest serves as a significant early indicator of the political landscape
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Njeri Maina: DCP Win Signals Mount Kenya Shift
Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina asserts that the Democracy for Citizens Party’s (DCP) significant victory in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election signifies a pivotal political transformation in the Mount Kenya region, indicating that voters are shifting their support away from President William Ruto’s administration.During an interview on July 20, 2026,
Hassan Omar Defends UDA’s Mt Kenya Investment After Ol Kalou Loss
Hassan Omar, the Secretary General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), has passionately defended the government's strategic investment in the Mt Kenya region, particularly following the party's significant loss in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. In this contest, Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru from the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) triumphed
Caleb Amisi Says UDA Cannot Win Ol Kalou By-Election
Caleb Amisi, the Member of Parliament for Saboti, asserts that the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) lacks any chance of winning the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. He emphasizes that even attempts to manipulate the election outcome will not sway the voters' decision.In a statement released on Wednesday, July 15, 2026,
Gachagua Demands Uniformed Police in Ol Kalou By-Election
Rigathi Gachagua, the leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has sent a compelling letter to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, expressing serious concerns about the deployment of over 2,000 police officers to Ol Kalou in preparation for Thursday’s parliamentary by-election. Gachagua insists that all deployed officers
Kindiki Warns Political Violence Sponsors Will Face Prosecution
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki emphasizes that anyone involved in political violence—whether politicians, financiers, or supporters—will face prosecution, regardless of their political affiliations. Following the government's announcement of 20 arrests related to the violent disruptions of Linda Mwananchi's political events in Kisumu and Nyahururu on Sunday, July 12, 2026, Kindiki stated,
Nelson Koech Urges Leaders to End Use of Political Goons
Belgut Member of Parliament Nelson Koech has emphasized the urgent need for political leaders across Kenya to abandon the reliance on hired goons for protection. He highlighted that this troubling practice is prevalent and called on politicians from all parties to unite in addressing it.In an insightful interview with a
Moses Kuria Defends United Opposition Over Nyahururu Rally Violence
Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has stepped forward to advocate for the United Opposition, countering allegations that they orchestrated the violence during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Nyahururu town.In a statement shared on his social media platforms on Sunday, July 12, 2026, Kuria, who is currently spearheading campaigns for United
Opposition Alleges Voter Bribery in Ol Kalou By-Election
The leaders of the opposition coalition have expressed serious concerns, alleging that the government has orchestrated widespread voter bribery and misused public resources in the lead-up to the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.In a collaborative statement released on Friday, July 10, 2026, they highlighted that cash handouts, government-branded mattresses, gas cylinders,
Gachagua Alleges Police Disrupted DCP Campaign in Ol Kalou
Former Deputy President and leader of the Democracy for the Citizens (DCP) party, Rigathi Gachagua, has raised serious concerns about Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen deploying security personnel and alleged state-sponsored operatives to undermine a DCP political campaign in Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County.In a statement shared on his X account